GOV. SANWO-OLU EXTENDS GRATITUDE TO TINUBU, UMAHI AFTER FULL REOPENING OF THIRD MAINLAND BRIDGE

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Following the Third Mainland Bridge’s complete reopening, Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu thanked President Bola Tinubu and Minister of Works Dave Umahi.

After several weeks of extensive repairs by the Federal Ministry of Works, the governor declared on Thursday that the bridge would once again be open for traffic.

An overjoyed Sanwo-Olu congratulated Tinubu and Umahi for their quick attention to detail and focused attention on the Third Mainland Bridge project in a post on his X handle on Thursday.

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He claimed that their dedication has made a major difference in the prompt and high-quality completion of the bridge’s required modifications.

The governor also expressed gratitude to the road users for their patience and to the Lagos State Ministry of Transportation for their efficient traffic management during the repair period.

His post read, “I am pleased to announce the full reopening of the Third Mainland Bridge after extended repair works have been completed to ensure its safety and efficiency for all residents. Your patience and resilience during this period have been paramount in maintaining our city’s economic momentum.

“I extend my deepest gratitude to HE President @officialABAT and the Honourable Minister of Works, David Umahi for their expedited focus and attention to detail on the Third Mainland Bridge project. Their commitment has significantly contributed to the timely and quality completion of these necessary improvements.

“My thanks also go to the Lagos State Ministry of Transportation for their effective traffic management throughout this period. Their dedication has minimized disruptions and maintained flow, demonstrating our collective strength and ability to overcome challenges.

“As we embrace the smoother journeys that the newly renovated bridge provides, it also calls for a renewed emphasis on road safety. Our shared commitment to safety ensures not only our well-being but also the well-being of other road users. Thank you, Lagosians, for your unwavering support.”

Weeks of construction on the Third Mainland Bridge, one of Africa’s longest bridges, resulted in traffic jams for drivers and other users of the route.

The bridge is undergoing restoration that involves installing CCTV, solar lighting, and new asphalt in place of the old.

Meanwhile, drivers using the lengthy section of the recently refurbished Third Mainland Bridge are advised to observe speed limits by the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA).

Olalekan Bakare Oki, the agency’s general manager, issued the caution. He added that there are no longer any obstacles in the way of drivers having a better driving experience.

However, he issued a warning that this would induce drivers to break the speed limit, which could have undesirable effects.